2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
